UK-Japan-Italy Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) Speculation & Discussions

[takacosta]

https://www.jiji.com/sp/article?k=2026091200312&g=int

“Canadian Ambassador to Japan Ian McKay gave an interview to Jiji Press in Tokyo on the 10th. Regarding Canada’s participation as an observer since July in the joint development of the next-generation fighter aircraft by Japan, the UK, and Italy, he stated that “Canada can contribute through its advanced expertise and technological capabilities in aviation, as well as in radar and satellite operating systems.” He made clear that Canada’s ultimate goal is to become a full member of the program.”

They still haven’t given up on becoming a full member!

 

[FighterJock]

Good for Canada if they become full members of GCAP.

 

[Titus K]

https://www.politico.eu/article/uk-courts-berlin-fighter-jet-role-franco-german-project-collapse/

Britain’s national armaments director — who oversees defense procurement — has sought German participation in the Global Combat Air Programme, according to internal German government documents seen by POLITICO. London wants to discuss the conditions for possible cooperation, including industrial “workshare” and Germany’s military capability requirements, the documents say.

 

[FighterJock]

If they do that then make Germany second tier members of Edgewing/GCAP, that will solve a lot of problems especially with no rights to change things once the design is frozen.